Career Opportunities in the Nonprofit Sector

Approximately 13 million Americans are currently employed in the nonprofit sector, and the Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts a 10-percent increase by 2010. Representing more than 10 different industries and hundreds of job functions, more than 70 careers in the nonprofit sector abound for those skilled in research, writing, mathematics, and more. Extensive appendixes include lists of schools, organizations, publications, and further resources. Career profiles include: Bioresource engineer, Development assistant, Executive director, Grant writer, Health policy analyst, International aid worker, Lobbyist, Program director, and more.